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French Far-Right Party National Rally Raided Over Campaign Financing Allegations

Prosecutors in Paris have raided the headquarters of the French far-right party National Rally, seizing documents and accounting records as part of an inquiry into allegations of illegal financing of Marine Le Pen's 2022 presidential bid. The raid is also investigating European Parliament and French parliamentary campaigns. Police

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Tax Authorities Mull Safeguards Against TDS Refund Fraud

The income tax department has launched a probe that has led to calls for stricter safeguards against tax deducted at source (TDS) refunds, following an alleged TDS scam in Canara Bank at Nagpur and some zilla parishad schools in Gondia. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has also joined the

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Largest Medical Fraud in US History Uncovered: $15 Billion in Losses

The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Justice have uncovered the largest medical fraud in United States history, resulting in nearly $15 billion in losses. The investigation, which involved 324 defendants and 96 medical professionals charged, was a multi-district effort that spanned 50 federal districts. The schemes, which

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EU Agencies Unite to Combat Counterfeit Goods in Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Sector

The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) and the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) co-hosted a conference in Alicante, Spain, to discuss current trends in intellectual property crimes related to the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector. The event brought together over 50 participants, including customs officers, police, and industry representatives, to

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European Anti-Fraud Office Dismantles Large-Scale Counterfeit Cigarette Network, Evading €9.8 Million in Duties

A large-scale joint operation between the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) and various law enforcement agencies in Romania and Italy has led to the dismantling of a cross-border criminal network involved in the illicit production and smuggling of counterfeit cigarettes. The operation resulted in the seizure of approximately 25 million cigarettes

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European Anti-Fraud Office Unveils Complex Scheme Involving Fraudulent Import of Goods

The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) has been instrumental in uncovering a sophisticated scheme involving the illicit importation of various goods, including textiles, footwear, e-scooters, and e-bikes, into the European Union. The investigation, code-named "Calypso," has led to multiple raids across several EU member states, resulting in an estimated

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Nigeria Police Force Concludes Investigation into Corporate Fraud Scandal Involving Ghanaian Nationals

A high-profile case of corporate fraud has come to an end with the Nigeria Police Force concluding its investigation into three Ghanaian nationals-Samuel Esson Jonah, Kojo Mensah Ansah, and Victor Quainoo-and their Nigerian accomplice, Abu Arome. The suspects are accused of orchestrating a sophisticated conspiracy to fraudulently assume control of

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OLAF's Investigation into E-Bike Customs Fraud Yields Significant Results

The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) has led a significant investigation into a complex customs fraud scheme involving the import of e-bikes and other goods into the European Union. The investigation, codenamed "Calypso," has resulted in multiple raids across several EU Member States and estimated damages of approximately €700

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Oxford City Centre Payment Machines Compromised by Skimming Devices

Thames Valley Police has launched a fraud investigation into reports of skimming devices being used to steal money from drivers using payment machines at Worcester Street car park in Oxford city centre. Three customers reported that money had been taken or attempted to be taken from their bank accounts after

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Newcastle City Council Refers Financial Irregularities Probe to Northumbria Police

The investigation into potential financial irregularities at Newcastle City Council's transport department has been referred to Northumbria Police. The probe, which initially started in April, concerns possible overclaiming by an unconfirmed number of employees. The council's internal investigation has been completed, and the findings have been

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European Anti-Fraud Office and CEPOL Host Anti-Fraud Intelligence Analysis Training

The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) and the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Training (CEPOL) jointly delivered the Anti-Fraud Intelligence Analysis training (AFIA2025) in Budapest, Hungary, from June 16 to 20. The training brought together 26 operational intelligence analysts from 12 EU Member States, as well as representatives from Europol

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Italian Prosecutors Block €400m in Tax Credits in Scottish Company Investigation

Italian prosecutors have uncovered a widespread tax-credit scam involving two Scottish-registered companies, Global Services 2 Ltd and Assistenza Sviluppo e Formazione Ltd, which allegedly sold non-existent software to companies across Italy. The investigation, led by the public prosecutor's office of Taranto in Puglia, has resulted in the freezing